Wooer — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

verb noun /ˈwü/

Meaning & Definition of Wooer

Wooer (verb)

  1. to sue for the affection of and usually marriage with, court
  2. to solicit or entreat especially with importunity
  3. to seek to gain or bring about

Wooer (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. a man who courts a woman usually with the goal of marrying her

    "of all her wooers, he was the only one who met with her father's approval"

    similar: gallant, suitor, swain
    related: beau, boyfriend, fellow, man, old man, significant other, squeeze (slang), admirer, crush, steady, beloved, darling, dear, favorite, flame, honey, love, lover, spark, sweet, sweetheart, sweetie, sweetie pie, valentine, date, escort, fiancé, intended

Related Entry: Woo (verb)

Woo is a different word from Wooer. The synonyms below are for woo, not for wooer.

  1. to act so as to make (something) more likely

    "his attempts to woo approval from working-class voters has not met with much success"

    similar: ask (for), court, flirt (with), invite, look for
    related: angle (for), fish (for), hunt, search, seek, provoke, tempt

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Wooer

The most common words with a similar meaning to Wooer:

gallant, suitor, swain

Related Words for Wooer

beau, boyfriend, fellow, man, old man, significant other, squeeze, admirer, crush, steady, beloved, darling, dear, favorite, flame, honey, love, lover, spark, sweet, sweetheart, sweetie, sweetie pie, valentine, date, escort, fiancé, intended

Word Forms of Wooer

Inflections: wooed, wooing, woos

Derived words: wooer (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Wooer

Middle English wowen, from Old English wōgian

First known use: before 12th centuryt

Frequently Asked Questions about Wooer

What does "Wooer" mean?

"Wooer" means to sue for the affection of and usually marriage with, court. As an a verb and a noun, it is defined as: to sue for the affection of and usually marriage with, court.

What is another word for "Wooer"?

Other words for "Wooer" include gallant, suitor and swain. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Wooer" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Wooer"?

There are 31 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Wooer". Common alternatives include gallant, suitor and swain.

How do you use "Wooer" in a sentence?

Examples of "Wooer" in a sentence: "of all her wooers, he was the only one who met with her father's approval".

Is "Wooer" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Wooer" can be used as a verb and a noun, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Wooer"?

"Wooer" is pronounced /ˈwü/.

What is the origin of the word "Wooer"?

"Wooer" comes from Middle English wowen, from Old English wōgian. First known use: before 12th centuryt.

What is another word for "Wooer" meaning "a man who courts a woman usually with the goal of marrying her"?

When "Wooer" (noun) means a man who courts a woman usually with the goal of marrying her, synonyms include gallant, suitor and swain.